BMW — recall
Automotive · Japan · 2025-05-19
Origin: ドイツ連邦共和国
BMW was recalled in Japan on 2025-05-19. Due to improper drilling depth of the bolt hole in the cable fastening part inside the steering wheel, some cables may not be properly crimped when the bolts are tightened. This may lead to poor contact, potentially causing the hands-off warning and emergency…
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2025-05-19 |
| Country of origin | ドイツ連邦共和国 |
| Manufacturer | BMW Japan Co., Ltd. |
| Models affected | BMW 520d xDrive, BMW 523d xDrive Touring, BMW 523i, BMW 740d xDrive, BMW 740i, BMW i5 eDrive40, BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring, BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring, BMW i7 eDrive50, BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
| Units affected | 211 |
| Defect | Due to improper drilling depth of the bolt hole in the cable fastening part inside the steering wheel, some cables may not be properly crimped when the bolts are tightened. This may lead to poor contact, potentially causing the hands-off warning and emergency stop functions to not operate correctly. |
| Component | Steering system (Steering wheel) |
| Remedy | For all vehicles, inspect the bolt fastening part of the cable inside the steering wheel, and if necessary, install a washer and reassemble. |
| Recall number | 外-3999 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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